Research MethodologyMethods and Techniques by CR Kothari.pdf (original) (raw)
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The document outlines various research methodologies and their characteristics, focusing on ex post facto, applied versus fundamental, quantitative versus qualitative, and conceptual versus empirical research. It emphasizes descriptive studies, survey methods, and the aim of applied research in solving immediate societal problems, contrasting it with the broader goals of fundamental research. The discussion includes the challenges of qualitative research and the importance of empirical data in verifying conclusions.